India, Nov. 1 -- Commuters travelling on the Hinjewadi-Shivajinagar Metro corridor may have to pay significantly higher fares compared to the existing Metro network, with the maximum fare for a journey exceeding 18 km set at Rs.62, against the current maximum fare of Rs.35 on Pune Metro.

The proposed fare structure for the Pune Metro Line 3 has been determined in accordance with the agreement signed with the concessionaire. Under the proposed structure, passengers will be charged Rs.12 for journeys of up to 2 km, Rs.25 for 2-4 km, Rs.37 for 4-8 km, Rs.43 for 8-12 km and Rs.49 for 12-18 km. Journeys exceeding 18 km will cost Rs.62.

Abhijit Chaudhari, PMRDA commissioner, said, "Unlike Pune Metro, which is a government-funded project, Pune...